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Travel, humor, romance, diverse cultures, and a fascinating career--Jas is a memoir unlike any other. Jas Singh is a globetrotting health and safety expert whose implausible journey from a dusty village in Northern India to the pinnacle of the consulting profession is a story of inspiration, sadness, intrigue, joy, romance, and a fair bit of wonder. These stories are remarkable reflections on his life and experiences. Stories include: Jeeto--The Uncut Diamond -- A rustic, uneducated, and beautiful village girl who dreams of marrying a college graduate and going to America. Silk Pajamas -- Shanghai hotel lounge hostesses will go out of their way to make travel weary foreigners feel welcome. Alana Does Not Live Here Anymore -- Delivering gifts to a Jewish family in the darkness of a Moscow apartment complex is risky business. Terre Haute, Indiana -- Herb Mossner is a quick-witted super-nerd with irreverence for just about everything.

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I read the stories about the visit to Russia with interest. Well done and I must say, what memories. -- Dr. Zack Manzdorf, VP, Environment, Health and Safety (retired), L'Oreal Corporation (Paris) cover copy As Jas has described in this book, the profession of industrial hygiene can be very rewarding, measured by the lives we save and people we meet along the way. The book provides a unique look into the life of a dedicated professional who continues to master the technical field of industrial hygiene while at the same time enjoys life... -- John Henshaw, Past OSHA Director/ Assistant Secretary of Labor, USA cover copy I have to admit I was always leery about chemistry. However Dr. Singh's stories in Jas relate difficult technical terms with memories and everyday situations in a light and endearing text. He is passionate about his profession and loves to learn about different societies. This book transcends cultural boundaries... -- Ana Paula Medeiros Sao Paulo, Brazil cover copy One of the reasons I am so passionate about our work is that we get the opportunity to help people. My interest in the profession was recently intensified after reading some of Dr. Singh's stories. I thought, how neat! You can travel the world, have interesting experiences, all the while promoting workplace safety.... -- Kim Heron, Health and Safety Specialist, Alberta, Canada cover copy I have never laughed so loud as I did reading the story Six Basic Rules of Camel Safety. Very funny! Thank you for lightening my morning with this great story. -- Ranee Ramaswamy, Artistic Director Ragamala Dance (an ethnic TV program in Minneapolis), Minneapolis cover copy What interesting experiences you have had! Thanks for taking the time to record them and share them with all of us. -- Barbara Dawson, Corporate Director of Industrial Hygiene DuPont Corporation, Delaware, USA cover copy I enjoy your stories (even when they don't involve me). I could have used the instructions in Six Basic Rules of Camel Safety prior to my own attempt to ride a camel. The guide warned me to hang on, but my Arabic was pretty rusty so I understood nothing. It never occurred to me that the beast would rise up from his back legs first. ... -- Dan MacLeod, CPE Author and Ergonomics Expert, New York cover copy What interesting stories! Kudos to you! And I will remember Rule No. 6 Never tether a male camel within eye sight of a female camel in the winter. -- Norhazlina Mydin (Lina), Principal, Industrial Hygiene PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia cover copy

What interesting stories! Kudos to you! And I will remember Rule No. 6 Never tether a male camel within eye sight of a female camel in the winter. -- Norhazlina Mydin (Lina), Principal, Industrial Hygiene PETRONAS Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia cover copy

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